The Tumbler Ridge Geopark is home to many creatures but the alpine hiker should be aware of Black and Grizzly Bears. Almost all human interaction with bears is of a defensive nature in which the bear will make a lot of noise and really just wants you out of his space. It is generally best to play dead in this situation – regardless of Grizzly or Black Bear. Predatory attacks are quick different and most common with Black Bears and Cougars. You must fight back and defend yourself. It is recommended that hikers travel in groups and carry Bear Spray. More information on Bear encounters is available here from the Center for Wildlife Information.

The TRGG trail system offers over 50 self-guided hikes to various geosites. Trails are well signed and information for visitor includes level of difficulty, specific features such as waterfalls, picnicking, dinosaur footprints and geo sites, distance from community to trail head and availability of cell service. Updating of brochures, guidebooks and interpretive signage is a continual process. Self-guided hiking brochures have been developed by the local <a href=”http://www.wnms.ca/” target=”_blank”>Wolverine Nordic Mountain Society (WNMS)</a>. They can be downloaded here or picked up at the Visitor Information Centre and Community Centre downtown.

Don’t forget your Camera

As you’ll see by our photo galleries the TRGG is one destination where you’re going to run out of camera memory quickly.

Hospitality

Drop into our newly built Visitor Info Centre (250-242-3123). Book a tour and stay at our B&B’s, Inns, or Hotels.

Friendly People

The People of Tumbler Ridge are famous for their hospitality. Small town living in the remote mountains breeds a strong community.

Warning

The beauty and diverseness of the Tumbler Ridge Geopark has been known to cause the following symtoms: frequent return visits, longing for scenery, and an obsession with paleontology.

If you need more information please don’t hesitate to contact us! We will forward your inquiry to the appropriate people or groups and get back to you as soon as possible.

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What to Bring

Appropriate hiking gear includes:

Water

Bear Spray

Proper footwear

Layers of clothing

Sun Screen

Snacks

Bug Spray

A flint & tinder

A Compass, Map, and Signalling mirror

It’s important to let someone know where you’re headed and when you expect to return. Our Visitor Information Centre keeps track of hikers all the time and can be reached at 250-242-3123, or drop in downtown.